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NBC ‘Chicago Fire’ Season 14 Casting Call for Male and Female Extras

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Background Actors for Television Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking local background actors to appear in interior and exterior scenes filmed in the Chicago area and surrounding suburbs. This opportunity is open to a wide range of ages and looks, making it ideal for performers interested in gaining experience on a professional TV set.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray everyday characters in scripted television scenes

  • Participate in indoor and outdoor background action

  • Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity between takes

  • Work professionally with cast and crew

Requirements

  • Male and female performers, ages 20s–70s

  • Must be local to Chicago, nearby suburbs, or surrounding border states

  • Comfortable working indoors and outdoors

  • Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions

  • Prior background experience is helpful but not required

Compensation

  • Paid background role

  • Professional television set exp

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Job Type:
Extra
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Acting

CASTING CALL — Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story (2026)

CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting

PROJECT: Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story

ROLES: Real Firefighters

SHOOT DATES: Monday, July 20, 2026 through Tuesday, July 21, 2026

AVAILABILITY: Must be available for both filming dates. Call time TBD.

LOCATION: Chicago (Blue Island), IL

RATE: $136.40/8 hours

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

REAL FIREFIGHTERS
• Height: Any
• Weight: Any
• Ages: 18+
• Gender: Any
• Ethnicity: Any
• Must be real, retired, or trained firefighters or EMTs.
• Those with turnout gear or house uniforms are encouraged to apply.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.

It is completely FREE to apply

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Officer 2 for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is seeking an athletic performer to portray Officer 2. Filming will take place in the Knoxville, Tennessee area, offering actors an opportunity to appear in a professionally produced television recreation series.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform as Officer 2 in a true crime recreation.
  • Follow on-set direction from the production team.
  • Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
  • Accurately portray a law enforcement officer.

Requirements

  • Male or female.
  • Open to all ethnicities.
  • Athletic build.
  • Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
  • Available for the scheduled filming day.

Compensation

  • $125 for the filming day.
  • Non-union featured background role.
  • No hotel, travel, or stipend provided.
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Officer 1 for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A true crime recreation series for network television is casting an athletic performer to portray Officer 1 in a non-union production filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. This featured background opportunity is ideal for talent with a professional appearance who can convincingly portray law enforcement in a dramatic recreation.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Officer 1 in a true crime recreation scene.
  • Follow direction from the production team during filming.
  • Maintain a professional and realistic law enforcement appearance.
  • Be available for the scheduled filming day.

Requirements

  • Male or female.
  • Open to all ethnicities.
  • Athletic build.
  • Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
  • Available for the scheduled filming day.

Compensation

  • $125 for the filming day.
  • Non-union featured background role.
  • No hotel, travel, or stipend provided.
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Stand-In for Sports Promo

Job Description

A SAG-AFTRA sports promotional project is seeking an experienced stand-in for filming in Nashville, Tennessee. This paid opportunity is ideal for performers with previous stand-in experience who can accurately match the production’s principal talent throughout filming.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as the stand-in for principal talent during lighting and camera setup.
  • Follow direction from the crew to maintain scene continuity.
  • Be available throughout the filming day for production needs.
  • Assist the crew during technical setup between takes.

Requirements

  • Male, ages 25–45.
  • White.
  • Previous stand-in experience required.
  • Local hire in the Nashville, TN area.

Compensation

  • Paid stand-in opportunity.
  • SAG-AFTRA production.
  • Local hire only; travel and lodging are not provided.
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Body Doubles for Sports Promo

Job Description

A SAG-AFTRA sports promotional production is hiring experienced body doubles for a paid shoot in Nashville, Tennessee. The production is looking for talent who closely matches specific physical requirements for principal performers. Applicants must be available for both scheduled filming days.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as a body double for principal talent.
  • Match movements, blocking, and camera positions.
  • Follow direction from the production team.
  • Maintain continuity during filming.

Requirements

  • Local hire in the Nashville, TN area.
  • Available July 6–7, 2026.
  • Roles include:
    • Sportscaster Body Double (Male, 35–65, White, 6’2″–6’4″)
    • Athlete #1 Body Double (Male, 20–40, White, athletic build)
    • Athlete #2 Body Double (Male, 25–50, White, athletic build)

Compensation

  • Paid body double opportunity.
  • SAG-AFTRA production.
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Featured Background Actors for Sports Promo

Job Description

A SAG-AFTRA sports promotional project is now casting featured background actors in Nashville, Tennessee. This paid opportunity is seeking local talent for neighborhood-themed scenes. Roles are open to a variety of ages and all ethnicities, with selections made from submitted photos by the client and advertising agency.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray featured neighborhood characters in commercial scenes.
  • Follow direction from the production team on set.
  • Maintain continuity throughout filming.
  • Be available for a full production day.

Requirements

  • Local hire in the Nashville, TN area.
  • Available to work on July 7, 2026.
  • Roles include:
    • Arguing Neighbor Male (30–45, all ethnicities)
    • Arguing Neighbor Female (30–45, all ethnicities)
    • Neighbor Boy (10–12, all ethnicities)
    • Neighbor Girl (10–12, all ethnicities)
    • Dog Walker (Female, 45–65, all ethnicities)
  • Submit two recent color photos (close-up and full body).
  • Include a short introduction video.
  • Include union status and SAG ID if applicable.
  • Minors must have a parent or guardian on set.

Compensation

  • Paid featured background opportunity.
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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

SWAT Team Members for A-List Comedy TV Series

Job Description

A hit comedy television series starring an A-list comedian is now casting physically fit performers to portray SWAT team members in Atlanta. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for talent with an athletic appearance who can convincingly portray law enforcement officers on camera. Applicants should be available to work locally in Atlanta and ready for a full production day.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a SWAT team member in background scenes.
  • Follow on-set direction from the production team.
  • Maintain continuity and professional behavior throughout filming.
  • Perform light physical activity while in tactical wardrobe, if required.

Requirements

  • Must be in good physical shape.
  • Available to work locally in Atlanta.
  • Professional attitude and reliable availability for filming.

Compensation

  • $150 for up to 12 hours.
  • Paid background role on an A-list comedy TV series.
  • Opportunity to gain professional on-set experience.
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Paramedic for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation television series is casting a physically fit male actor to portray a paramedic in dramatic reenactment scenes filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. Production is seeking performers who are comfortable with crime-related subject matter and can portray emergency personnel authentically on camera.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a paramedic in a true crime reenactment.
  • Perform emergency response actions as directed.
  • Follow production instructions during filming.
  • Maintain professionalism and continuity on set.

Requirements

  • Male, ages 30–40.
  • Physically fit.
  • Comfortable with murder-related content.
  • Available to film in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

  • $100 per day.
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Hospital Nurse for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation television series is seeking a Black female actor to portray a hospital nurse in an interview scene filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. This featured role is ideal for performers interested in dramatic television productions and professional on-camera experience.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a hospital nurse in an interview scene.
  • Follow direction from the production team.
  • Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming.
  • Deliver a natural on-camera performance.

Requirements

  • Black female.
  • Comfortable portraying a healthcare professional.
  • Available for afternoon filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
  • Able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

  • $100 per day.
  • Paid featured role in a true crime television recreation series.
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CSI Investigator for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation television series is casting a physically fit actor to portray a CSI investigator in scenes filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. This featured background role requires someone comfortable working on uneven terrain, squatting, bending, and filming a nighttime crime scene. This is a great opportunity for performers looking to gain experience on a network television production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a CSI investigator during crime scene reenactments.
  • Walk and work on uneven terrain during filming.
  • Perform repeated squatting, bending, and investigative movements.
  • Follow direction from the production team while maintaining continuity.

Requirements

  • Ages 30s.
  • Physically fit and able to perform moderate physical activity.
  • Comfortable filming a nighttime scene.
  • Available to film in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

  • $100 per day.
  • Paid role in a true crime television recreation series.
  • Opportunity to gain professional on-camera experience.
  • Work with an experienced television production team.
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Black Male Actor to Portray Assailant for True Crime Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation television series is casting a Black male actor to portray an assailant in a featured reenactment role filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. Production is seeking an actor in his 20s to early 30s with brown locs or twists who closely matches the character’s appearance. Applicants should be comfortable performing scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related content.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the assailant in a dramatic true crime reenactment.
  • Perform scripted scenes involving crime-related subject matter.
  • Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
  • Maintain continuity and professionalism on set.

Requirements

  • Black male, ages 20s to early 30s.
  • Brown locs or twists.
  • Must closely match the requested character appearance.
  • Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content.
  • Available to film July 7–8 in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

  • $200 per filming day.
  • Hotel accommodations provided.
  • Paid featured role in a network television true crime recreation series.
  • Opportunity to gain professional television credits.
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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Experienced Pickleball Players for TV Series “Gordie”

Job Description

A new television series, Gordie, is casting experienced pickleball players for paid background roles filming in Manhattan, New York. Production is seeking skilled players who are comfortable actively playing pickleball on camera in outdoor spring scenes. This is a great opportunity for athletes and pickleball enthusiasts to appear in a professional TV production while showcasing their real playing ability.

Job Responsibilities

  • Play pickleball naturally during filmed scenes.
  • Follow direction from the production team while on set.
  • Perform as a background player in outdoor scenes.
  • Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

  • Must be an experienced pickleball player.
  • Comfortable actively playing pickleball on camera.
  • Available to film in Manhattan, New York.
  • Able to participate in outdoor spring exterior scenes.

Compensation

  • Paid background acting opportunity.
  • Appear in the new television series Gordie.
  • Gain professional on-set experience.
  • Work with an established television production team.

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